Why Mermaids Sing is the third book in the Sebastian St. Cyr series by C. S. Harris. Sebastian St. Cyr is the Viscount Devlin and heir to the Earl of Hendon. Despite his aristocratic lineage, Sebastian finds himself in the middle of a murder investigation.He is asked to assist by his friend, Magistrate Henry Lovejoy, after a body is found in a public location in London. This is the second body in as many months that has been “butchered” after death. The body is that of a nobleman’s son which is why Lovejoy has prevailed upon Sebastian to assist. With his title, Sebastian is able to gain access to members of London’s Ton where Lovejoy cannot.
As Sebastian and Lovejoy investigate the murders, there are shocking rumors and revelations that are exposed. The possible motive behind the murders is so unthinkable that it is outside the bounds of civilized society. The investigation puts at risk the reputation of powerful men who will do anything to keep the secret hidden.
This series is very well done setting the tone for the time and place – letting the reader into the world of the London elite during the Regency period. You have access to the struggles both within and between the classes. A victim of that struggle is the relationship Sebastian has with his longtime love, Kat Boleyn, a renowned London actress. Though Sebastian is ready to give up everything to have her as his wife, Kat refuses to let him sacrifice so much.
This entry in the series is the best yet. Each successive book has been better than the last – and that’s saying a lot since I’ve enjoyed each book so far. The secondary characters such Sebastian’s tiger, Tom, and his good friend Paul Gibson, a surgeon, are entertaining but also contribute significantly to the stories. This is definitely a series that I will continue. Of course, it doesn’t hurt that I have a serious book crush on Sebastian… ❤ ❤ ❤
Rating: 4.5
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